So I’d never heard of “Fairy Gardens.” Turns out they are the garden equivalent of a doll house: Mini backyards…

Handy, smart and fun! The kit includes:   *Instructions for lots of classic games like “Red Light/Green Light” *A list…

This 4-year-old can! At one and a half Abby was going on mile-long hikes with her mom, who treasures the…

We’ve got great advice on encouraging — and not ruining) — free, unstructured play. What’s more, we’ve got a cool…

America has gone Child Abuse Hotline crazy:   7.8 million kids get reported to child protective service each year –…

Is it a waste of time when kids look like they’re wasting time? Interesting question. I write this while looking…

A professor friend reviewed my new podcast, “Supervision Not Required.” Click here for the podcast.  And here’s the review! Funny,…

Let Grow has compiled a great resource: The simple rules for 20 classic backyard games, including: Duck Duck Goose  …

How can you get your kids to stop whiiiiiiiiiiiining?   Let Grow has some truly workable, real-world tips from a…

Find a way to make art outside. Recycle something old into something new you can use. Pick up litter. Explore…